The Times' investigation into the puppies 'raises serious alarms'
Lawmakers and animal welfare advocates say California must address “disturbing” findings from a Los Angeles Times investigation into the state’s…
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A paradox in retail: good prices but fast fashion that is harmful to the planet
During the pandemic, up-and-coming content creator Angie Wang was struck by the increasing speed of fashion trend cycles. The 28-year-old…
Can anything stop fast fashion? Lawmakers are trying their luck
International criticism of the fast fashion industry for its waste, labor abuses and carbon emissions has failed to slow it,…
Disney blackout on DirecTV frustrates fans ahead of ESPN's 'Monday Night Football'
Millions of DirecTV customers could miss the start of ESPN's “Monday Night Football,” a highly anticipated game between the San…
California tries again to ban plastic grocery bags
About 10 years after California unsuccessfully tried to ban plastic bags in grocery stores, state lawmakers have passed a law…
Real estate commission rules change on Saturday. Here's what you need to know.
Industry rules governing real estate agent commissions will change on Saturday, a shift that some experts say could ultimately lower…
Judge blocks Venu Sports streaming service over antitrust concerns
Venu Sports, the planned streaming service from Walt Disney Co., Fox Corp. and Warner Bros. Discovery, suffered a significant setback…
California seizes illegal cannabis packages that look like candy
Packaging discovered at downtown Los Angeles businesses featured a variety of confectionery creations, each advertised as having a hint of…
Is consumer influence driving the rise of sustainable packaging?
The drive toward sustainability is changing industry standards and consumer expectations. By integrating green practices and responding to the growing…
California's AI bill: Will it protect consumers or gut the technology?
August 8, 2024 3 am Pacific Time California is a world leader in artificial intelligence, which means we’re expected to…